Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Tecno Camon 50 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate; launch prices were $1299 and $249. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 63/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,030,590); the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (178g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1030590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 3185
- Faster charging: 60W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 82/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 178g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $1299
- Better portability (74/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (80/100 vs 76/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 21 points higher (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra (96/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (74/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Tecno Camon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 1030590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1208x2644 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 162.4×77.0×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $249 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2644
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Tecno Camon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Tecno Camon 50 Ultra by 241.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1050. Tecno Camon 50 Ultra was $1050 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra (96/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra (86/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (74/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra by 21 points (84/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Camon 50 Ultra is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.